die Bundesliga
Translation
federal leagues, Bundesligas
Examples
Die erste Bundesliga ist die höchste Spielklasse im Fußball.
The first Bundesliga is the highest division in football.
Es gibt auch Bundesligen in anderen Sportarten.
There are also federal leagues in other sports.
Grammar Patterns
in der Bundesliga ((+dat.)) in the Bundesliga My favorite club plays in the first Bundesliga.
Similar Words
Synonyms: nationale Liga (national league)
Etymology
From 'Bund' (federation) + 'Liga' (league). 'Bundesligen' is the plural of 'Bundesliga'.
Memory Tips
Simply 'Bund' (federal) + 'Liga' (league). It's the name for Germany's top-tier sports leagues, most famously soccer.